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Mark Cornacchio

Old Saybrook

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at First Bristol Federal Credit Union, driving asset growth from $27M to over $112M. Expert in organizational development and data interpretation, I excel in competitive analysis and scenario planning, delivering strategic insights that enhance performance and foster strong partnerships.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic Advisor

Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union
07.2024 - 04.2025

Advise the CEO, President and Executive Leadership Team on best practices and emerging opportunities in the industry.


Provide expert insight on strategic direction, governance practices, and industry trends.


Represent credit union in discussions with industry associations, regulatory authorities and strategic partners.


Interpret economic, regulatory, and market trends to provide actionable insights to leadership.

President and CEO

First Bristol Federal Credit Union
06.1991 - 06.2024
  • Hired and managed over 40 employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased assets from 27 million to over 112 million while increasing net worth from 1 million to over 12 million.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption during several economic cycles over the past 3 decades.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans working with the Board of Directors to attain objectives.
  • Managed relationships with strategic vendors including FISERV, FHLB, Truestage and various other partners.
  • Managed relationship with regulatory agencies and independent accounting firms producing desired and favorable ratings.
  • Successfully merged credit unions into First Bristol and eventually found a strategic partner to merge our credit union to enhance member value and add services while maintaining office locations and retention of all staff.



CFO

Waterbury Telephone Federal Credit Union
05.1986 - 06.1991
  • Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
  • Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and credit union performance.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.

Auditor

CT Credit Union League
07.1984 - 05.1986

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

Assumption University
Worcester, MA

Skills

  • Organizational development
  • Data interpretation
  • Competitive analysis
  • Scenario planning

Accomplishments

Lead First Bristol FCU for over 33 years obtaining Bauer Financial Inc., 5 star "Superior" rating for 32 consecutive years placing First Bristol in the top 5% of credit unions nationwide for financial strength, stability and exceptional member service.


Leader in the community receiving the Business of the year award from the Central CT Chamber of Commerce as well as receiving the United Way of Central CT Award for Excellence.



Timeline

Strategic Advisor

Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union
07.2024 - 04.2025

President and CEO

First Bristol Federal Credit Union
06.1991 - 06.2024

CFO

Waterbury Telephone Federal Credit Union
05.1986 - 06.1991

Auditor

CT Credit Union League
07.1984 - 05.1986

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

Assumption University
Mark Cornacchio